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25.01.2022 We have stepped up testing throughout Wollongong and the Illawarra. A drive-through clinic will open at Figtree Community Centre tomorrow at 10am, in addition t...o extended hours at clinics in the area. It is absolutely vital everyone immediately comes forward for testing if they have even the slightest COVID-19 symptoms. Please check the District website before attending a clinic to confirm opening hours: https://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au//covid-19-latest-advic Please remember to wear a mask on your way to the testing clinic, while waiting in line, and on your way home. After a test you must go straight home. There are more than 350 COVID-19 testing locations across NSW, many of which are open seven days a week. 1. Figtree pop-up drive-through COVID-19 Assessment clinic - Figtree Community Hall, 11 Princes Highway - Open from 10am on Wednesday, 30 December. Opening hours will then be 8am to 8pm daily until further notice. 2. Wollongong Hospital COVID-19 Assessment Clinic Lawson House, Wollongong Hospital - Loftus St, Wollongong. Extended opening hours: 8am to 8pm daily until further notice. 3. Shellharbour COVID-19 Assessment Clinic - 5/8 Memorial Drive, Shellharbour City Centre (note new location). Extended opening hours: 8am to 6pm daily until further notice. 4. Wollongong Southern IML Pathology drive-through testing clinic - 37 Denison Street, Wollongong. Extended opening hours: 8am to 8pm daily until further notice Bookings essential by phoning: 4224 7474 5. Shellharbour Southern IML Pathology drive-through testing clinic - 109A Shellharbour Rd, Warilla (entry off Beverley Ave). Extended opening hours: 8am to 7pm daily until further notice. There are a number of other testing clinics in the District and more than 350 COVID 19 testing locations across NSW, many of which are open seven days a week. To find your nearest clinic visit https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics or contact your GP.

24.01.2022 UPDATE: Phones are now up and running again - thankyou for your patience. We are currently experiencing issues with our phones and are working to get them fixed as soon as possible. We apologise for the inconvenience.... If you have a medical emergency please contact 000. We will update our page once they are back working.

24.01.2022 World Diabetes Day 2020 aims to highlight the important role nurses play in supporting people with diabetes. Nurses currently account for over half of the global health workforce. They do outstanding work to support people living with a wide range of health concerns including Diabetes. For more information visit www.diabetesaustralia.com.au

24.01.2022 This week is Stroke Awareness Week - want to learn how to become a F.A.S.T hero!? There are some stroke risk factors that are out of an individuals control, such as older age, family history and genetics or having had a stroke before. For most Australians, you can reduce your risk of a stroke by taking charge of your own health. To do this, you can remain active, eat healthy, whole foods, consider reducing or quitting smoking and consume alcohol in moderation. ... Watch the video below to learn how to become a F.A.S.T hero which can help save a life!

23.01.2022 Introducing our new Medical Student, Jarrin. Jarrin is a student of the University of Wollongong's Graduate School of Medicine and will be joining us for 12 months. Jarrin will co-consult with Dr Ann Ellacott , this means you will see Jarrin first and then Dr Ellacott or the supervising doctor. ... Some of his medical interests are Dermatology, Respiratory Medicine and Paediatrics. Jarrin will be working on a Tuesday and Friday, please make him feel welcome.

23.01.2022 Staying active and eating well can help manage your blood glucose levels and maintain a healthy weight. This #NationalDiabetesWeek, check your risk: https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/risk-calculator

23.01.2022 Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there! Hope you all have a great day, from the team at TMP.

20.01.2022 If you are feeling unwell, please get a COVID test and self isolate until you receive a negative result. There are many testing sites in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven including a new testing site in Woonona, no referral required. Shamrock Rugby Club... Ocean Park off Campbell Street Opening Saturday 2nd January - 12:00pm - 4:00pm Daily from 3rd January - 8:00am - 4:00pm TMP is not a COVID testing location.

20.01.2022 Please be reminded that our door is locked, our doctors are consulting via telephone and all scripts, referrals and pathology request forms will be sent electronically. If your doctor has not requested you attend an essential face to face visit, please do not attend the practice. Our reception staff are here to assist you via telephone or email [email protected] We are keeping our door locked as COVID-19 is a serious illness. Please follow the link below to see how rapidly it has taken over as the number 1 killer. https://app.flourish.studio/visualisation/2562261/

20.01.2022 If you need the radio doctor over this long weekend, see details below

20.01.2022 Have you been tested for coronavirus? A reminder to protect yourself and others by staying home while you’re waiting for your test results to come back.

19.01.2022 Need some ideas to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? The NSW Department of Education have collated a range of activities to help keep children active and entertained. Follow the link below

19.01.2022 Did you know UV radiation is strong enough to cause sunburn in as little as 11 minutes on a fine summer day? UV radiation is the invisible killer that you can’t see or feel. It can be high, even on cool days. Find more information below or alternatively visit www.cancer.org.au

18.01.2022 I’ve had a very eventful December with my TMP friends! I hope Santa is good to you all and I look forward to hanging with you all next Christmas! Love from the TMP Elf

18.01.2022 Although COVID-19 restrictions are beginning to lift, it is still imperative that we at TMP keep everyone safe. Our door will remain locked, our Doctors will continue to consult via telephone and your scripts will be sent directly to your nominated pharmacy. These processes are in place to protect our patients, staff, doctors and the community. ... We will continue to abide by the social distancing rules and limit the number of patients in the waiting room. Please respect our staff if they cannot offer you an appointment at the time you want, they are keeping you safe, not being difficult. Thankfully the Doctors at TMP are happy to see patients face to face if it is required, however, if it is not an emergency, please accept a telephone consultation first. If you need a repeat script, you will require a telephone consultation. Please take the time to check if your scripts are running out and make an appointment, poor planning on your behalf does not create an emergency on our behalf. Also please remember this is a tough time for everyone, our staff are here to help you so please show them some kindness and understanding.

18.01.2022 Want a challenge that will benefit your health? Go Dry this July! The health benefits you may witness during this Dry July include: A clearer mind ... Increased energy levels Better sleeping habits Weight loss Clearer skin A Sense of achievement at the conclusion of the month We would love for you to join our team or if you can, donate via the link below. https://www.dryjuly.com/teams/the-tmp-dream-team

15.01.2022 Tomorrow is the beginning of a new month, if you need a fresh start to set some new goals to be a better you, why not start with physical activity?!

15.01.2022 How healthy are your habits when you're working from home? A daily routine filled with healthy habits can help you to feel less anxious or stressed. It's never too late to add these daily habits to your routine to keep your mind and body happy and healthy.

15.01.2022 Thirroul Medical Practice will be following the recently updated guidelines from NSW Health regarding face masks. Anyone coming into our practice must wear a face mask. It is preferred that patients provide their own mask if possible.... If you have any potential COVID symptoms, please stay at home. A telephone consultation can be booked on Hotdoc or by calling 4268 1111 and call us for a telephone consultation COVID symptoms can include fever, cough, sore/scratchy throat, shortness of breath, loss of smell or loss of taste. Other symptoms can include: fatigue, runny nose, muscle pain, joint pain, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting or loss of appetite. Please help us keep the number of cases down and keep everyone safe. http://www.cec.health.nsw.gov.au//Amber-Alert-Moderate-Tra

14.01.2022 Please remember to wear your mask if you have been asked to come in for a face to face appointment. We must keep everyone safe. Thank you for your cooperation

14.01.2022 LONG WEEKEND Just a reminder we will be closed on Monday 8th June ~ reopening Tuesday 9th from 8am. If you need a doctor please contact Radio Doctor Illawarra on 4228 5522.... If you have a medical emergency contact 000 We hope our patients have a safe and happy long weekend!

13.01.2022 How can you easily build physical activity into your everyday lifestyle? Follow these tips and tricks Walk whenever and wherever to easily stay active. Wear... comfortable shoes every day to help you do more walking. Use a fitness tracker to keep tabs on your progress. Keep some exercise equipment at home. This may be a stationary bike or treadmill, skipping rope or fitness ball. Check out apps and fitness videos on YouTube for ideas. Have fun getting physical. Go dancing, fly a kite, throw a frisbee or swim in the open water you’re not limited to sports and structured exercise programs. Get active around the house. Housework, washing the dog and gardening are all physical activities that are good for heart health. Take every opportunity to move your body every day. Get off the train or bus one stop early or take the stairs instead of the lift. The more often you huff and puff, the better! Make physical activity part of family time. Get the kids involved in gardening, play together as a family, keep a box of skipping ropes, frisbees, balls and hula hoops handy for some fun-filled exercise. It’s a great way to spend quality time together and starts good habits for your kids. Moving more every day is one of the best habits you can have. Interested in more tips? https://fal.cn/3aipk

13.01.2022 NSW Health is urging anyone who visited the following restaurants to monitor for symptoms and if they develop symptoms to self-isolate immediately and get teste...d. People must remain isolated until they receive their test result: - An Restaurant Bankstown on 23 July, from 9-11am - Tan Viet Noodle House (Crispy Chicken Noodle House) Cabramatta on the 22 July, from 1-2pm. Anyone feeling unwell even with the mildest of symptoms such as a runny nose or scratchy throat is urged to self-isolate and seek testing. Do not go to work or catch public transport until you are cleared of COVID-19. A full list of COVID-19 testing clinics is available below, and people can also visit their GP: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

12.01.2022 Something as simple as opening a door, holding a railing, lifting weights or pressing a lift button, can lead to the spread of COVID-19. Don’t forget to wash yo...ur hands to protect you and your loved ones. It’s up to all of us to keep healthy and well. https://www.nsw.gov.au/c/how-to-protect-yourself-and-others

12.01.2022 Have a look at what our elf has been up to this week!

11.01.2022 Congratulations to to the one and only Associate Professor Ann Ellacott OAM on 40 years with TMP. Thank you Dr Ellacott for treating and supporting generations of Northern Suburbs families.

11.01.2022 Less than 10 percent of Australians eat the recommended serve of fruit and vegetables. Shocking right! For good health, you should try to eat at l...east five servings of vegetables and two serves of fruit EVERY DAY, and where you can, the more colour, the better! So what is classified as a serving? An example of a serve of fruit would be a medium apple or banana, whilst cup of cooked or 1 cup of raw vegetables is counted as a serve. Are you getting enough fruit and vegetables? Looking for ways to add more to your diet? For our easy suggestions and colourful meal ideas, click here https://fal.cn/39vha See more

11.01.2022 Did you know Dementia affects close to half a million Australians? That number is set to double in the next 25 years. The 2020 Dementia Australia Prevalence Data reveals that there is currently an estimated 459,000 people living with all forms of Dementia. Without a major medical breakthrough this figure is projected to increase to 1,076,000 people by 2058. This Dementia Action Week, has been developed in consultation with Dementia Advocates, who have a lived experience of ...Dementia. For more information and to learn how to support those with Dementia, visit the Dementia Australia website.

09.01.2022 The message for R U OK? Day 2020 is There’s more to say after R U OK? 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and in the current circumstances, it’s important for us to all stay connected and support those around us. Would you know what to say if someone said they weren’t OK?... By knowing what to say, you can help someone feel supported and connected. Remember, one conversation could save a life, so today, ask someone R U OK?

09.01.2022 Benefits of healthy eating

07.01.2022 To all our TMP Patients and your Families, After what has been a challenging year, we would like to wish you all a safe, happy and healthy new year! We will be closed on 1 January 2021 and reopen on 2 January from 9am. ... If you are experiencing a Medical Emergency, please call 000. Alternatively, you can contact Radio Doctor Illawarra on 4228 5522. Best wishes, The TMP Dream Team

06.01.2022 COVID-19 Testing Information If you are unsure whether you should get tested, contact the Australian Government Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080.

06.01.2022 Update: Phones are now back and working. ________________ We are currently experiencing issues with our phones and are working to get them fixed as soon as possible. ... We apologise for the inconvenience. If you have a medical emergency please contact 000. We will update our page once they are back working.

06.01.2022 15 - 21 June is Men’s Health Week! A week to raise public awareness of health concerns for all males in Australia. This week will work toward educating men on health issues and lifestyle recommendations to become more aware of. This aim is to encourage an increasing number of males to value their health and take proactive actions to developing more effective ways of taking care of themselves. To all the males out there, what will you do this Men’s Health Week to improve your... wellbeing? Contact us to book in for your Men’s Health Check.

05.01.2022 Our fresh new look is complete.

05.01.2022 Our Spring Newsletter is now available. You can pick up a copy when you are next in or read it online. http://thirroulmedical.com.au///Spring-Newsletter-2020.pdf

05.01.2022 This week is Healthy Bones Action Week! No matter your age, looking after your bones is important to keep them strong and healthy. Follow the link below to find out more information .

05.01.2022 To ensure we are keeping everybody as safe as possible, we now have a QR code for all patients, support persons and visitors to scan before entering our practice. If you haven’t already, please download the Service NSW app in order to scan this code. The QR code is located at the front and back door. If you have been asked to come in for a face to face consultation please scan this while you wait for the door to be attended to. Please then show our admin team you have signed... in. We thank you for your patience, we are doing our best

05.01.2022 Action week Day 3 focus: Listen to people with Dementia. It’s important to listen to people living with Dementia. Sometimes it can be easy to become impatient, be distracted, or overlook the contribution people living with dementia can make. Always practice good listening skills in order to understand what is being communicated. This can also support people living Dementia to feel socially included. ... People who live with Dementia don’t always need you to step in to solve their problems, sometimes they just need you to lend an ear.

04.01.2022 National Diabetes Week 2020 campaign Heads up on Diabetes focuses on the mental and emotional impact of those living with Diabetes face and encourages people to access support if needed. Do you suffer with Diabetes and need support? Diabetes Australia are offering the opportunity to have a free confidential and informal discussion over the phone. Call 1800 637 700 to book a 45-minute conversation today.... #ndw2020 #headsupdiabetes

04.01.2022 Public Health Alert NSW Health urges anyone who attended the below venues at the listed times to get tested immediately and self-isolate.

04.01.2022 From July 1, the Meningococcal B vaccine will be free for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children under 2 years of age.

04.01.2022 A great effort from our team to raise $1669 for a very worthy cause. Well done everyone!

03.01.2022 The Doctors, Nurses and Staff at Thirroul Medical Practice would like to wish all our patients a very Merry Christmas. Just a reminder we will be closed Friday 25th, Saturday 26th, Monday 28th December and Friday 1st January. If you require medical attention over these dates, please see below Radio Doctor Illawarra opening hours. If you have a medical emergency, please contact 000.... We thank you for your continued support and patience in what has been an extremely difficult year for all. We look forward to continuing to be your Family Medical Practice in 2021.

02.01.2022 We’re getting a facelift!! On Tuesday 9 June the painters will begin a much needed makeover of the TMP building. Our car park will be closed during this time. We apologise for this short term inconvenience, we need to keep everyone safe.... Please take extra care if you need to come into the practice. Thank you for your understanding.

01.01.2022 A reminder to not become complacent and still continue to adhere to all social distancing rules. This is not over yet, but together we can make a difference.

01.01.2022 Introducing eScripts! eScripts are an electronic prescription, enabling convenient access to your scripts from your mobile phone or email. If you require medication following a consultation, the doctor will ask if you'd like an electronic prescription. Please note, eScripts provide an alternative, contactless way to get your script from your chosen pharmacy. Each electronic prescription contains a unique QR code (also known as a token) which is scanned at the pharmacy. If yo...u have more than one medication, you will receive a separate QR code for each medication. For further information, please watch the video below. Please don't hesitate to ask your doctor or our friendly reception team any questions you may have.